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Stirling academics to lead international study on smart technology and consumer protection

Legal experts at the University of Stirling have launched a new study to ensure that consumer laws are as ‘smart’ as the emerging technologies that they regulate.

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New Stirling-led project to reflect on Billy Bremner’s career

The life and career of Scottish football legend Billy Bremner will be the focus of a new sports heritage project, led by the University of Stirling.

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Journalism students tell the untold stories of climate change

Stirling journalism students are helping to tell the untold stories of the devastating impact of climate change thanks to a new international initiative.

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Research project to promote tolerance by reshaping history education

A new research project led by a University of Stirling academic is to shake-up the way British history is taught to school children and presented to the public in order to promote tolerance.

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Stirling PR graduate wins top European award

A University of Stirling Public Relations graduate is celebrating after winning a top international award.

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University first in Scotland to join EU traineeship project

The University of Stirling has joined the Pan-European Seal Programme, a prestigious EU training scheme, becoming the first in Scotland to partner with Europe’s leading Intellectual Property (IP) organisations: the EU Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) and the European Patent Office (EPO).

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Museum partnership secures £1 million for Cold War research

The University of Stirling has secured a major funding grant in partnership with National Museums Scotland for a unique research project exploring how the Cold War features in museums.

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New heritage toolkit to improve community input in conservation

A new toolkit for heritage professionals is helping them understand and assess how people and communities value and relate to Scotland’s historic environment.

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Stirling PR students shortlisted for prestigious award

Four University of Stirling Public Relations students have been recognised as among the best in Europe after being nominated for a top international award.

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Political archive appeals for election campaign material

The Scottish Political Archive, housed at the University of Stirling, is appealing to the public to help collect campaign materials connected to next month’s Scottish Parliament elections.

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RSE announces two new Stirling Fellows

Two University of Stirling Professors have been elected as Fellows of The Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE).

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Study raises questions over coaches’ awareness of concussion protocols in youth football

A new study has raised questions over an apparent lack of awareness of concussion protocols among coaches in Scottish youth football.

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£200k investment will “super-charge” research capacity at University of Stirling

The University of Stirling is to significantly upgrade the technology supporting its Archives and Special Collections after receiving a major funding award.

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Stirling secures £1.6m to connect older people

A multi-disciplinary team of researchers has been awarded £1.6m of funding to improve access to online resources for older people in a bid to boost health.

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Stirling art student picked for city Street Stories project

A University of Stirling student has been selected to take part in an ambitious project set to transform Stirling’s empty shops into vibrant works of art.

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New law network to tackle academic and professional silos

A University of Stirling law professor is launching an innovative new body to bring together and promote all sectors of the profession in Scotland.

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Stirling politics students win place on NATO exercise

Two University of Stirling students are to put their negotiation skills to the test after winning the opportunity to take part in a NATO simulation exercise.

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University of Stirling announces pioneering Law School partnership

The University of Stirling has announced a new strategic partnership with global law firm Ashurst.

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Stirling academic appointed to Scotland’s new environmental body

Leading environmental law expert Dr Annalisa Savaresi has been appointed as a member of Scotland’s new environmental body – Environmental Standards Scotland (ESS).

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Research uncovers secrets of historic Dunfermline Abbey ahead of 200th anniversary

A unique research project has uncovered evidence of the original layout of the choir of Scotland’s historic Dunfermline Abbey – home of the final resting place of Robert the Bruce – for the first time.

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Politics students to live stream US election analysis

Politics students at the University of Stirling are taking part in an international live streaming event offering unique analysis on the US election in real time.

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Stirling academic’s research plays part in new opera

Research by a University of Stirling academic has underpinned one of the first performances to be live streamed from the Royal Opera House.

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Stirling researchers to uncover Scotland’s hidden reading history

Experts at the University of Stirling have been awarded £1m for a unique project aiming to uncover the history of reading in Scotland from 1750 to 1830.

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Stirling philosopher recognised with £1m of UK government support

A University of Stirling academic has been recognised as a rising star of research after being awarded more than £1m for an innovative new project.

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University signs Norwegian partnership

The University of Stirling is expanding its international partnerships after signing a new agreement with the Norwegian Institute for Cultural Heritage Research (NIKU).

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New study on the literary and cultural lives of merchants in Early Modern Britain

A new University of Stirling study investigating the literary and cultural activities of merchants in Early Modern Britain could help inform present-day educational debates.

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Stirling students lead charity campaign to support Coronavirus appeal

Students at the University of Stirling are being praised after turning their talents to support an international fundraising appeal launched in the wake of COVID-19.

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Replicas are also ‘the real thing’ say researchers

Heritage specialists at the University of Stirling are calling on those who create, use and care for replicas to rethink their approaches after launching a new website to promote recognition of their authenticity, value and significance

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Stirling expert part of team that has developed the world’s first “non-cuttable” material

A University of Stirling academic is part of a team that has developed the world’s first “non-cuttable” material – which could be used to make items such as bike locks, armour and security doors.

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Impact of shale gas “ignored” in England, new study finds

The UK Government and its advisory groups “marginalised or ignored” the environmental and public health ramifications of permitting shale gas extraction in England, according to new research.

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Volunteers sought to help record Scotland’s political past

The Scottish Political Archive – housed at the University of Stirling – is appealing for volunteers to help create a comprehensive record of its 2014 Independence Referendum collection.

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Even better than the real thing? The value of replicas at heritage sites

Two University of Stirling academics have co-authored a book looking at the value of replicas at heritage sites and in museums.

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Young writers celebrated by leading poets in national competition

The winners of a national poetry competition for young writers from across the UK – supported by the University of Stirling and Newcastle University – have been announced.

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The app allowing people to explore Scotland’s heritage during lockdown

A free smartphone app – created by a University of Stirling academic – is helping people to experience and explore Scotland’s coalmining heritage and the remnants of the industry during the current COVID-19 lockdown.

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New Scottish Graduate School for Arts & Humanities Director announced

The Scottish Graduate School for Arts & Humanities (SGSAH) is delighted to announce the appointment of its new Director, Professor Claire Squires.

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Study reveals factors behind a resilient community

A new study has identified the key components of ‘community resilience’ – and experts believe their findings will help to develop and enhance responses to extreme events.

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Mind-expanding exhibition inspired by Stirling research

An art exhibition about the human mind – inspired by research involving the University of Stirling – has just opened at the Talbot Rice Gallery in Edinburgh.

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New boxing archive has a nice ring to it

Scotland’s proud boxing history is to be preserved in a new archive - housed at the University of Stirling - following a funding award by The National Lottery Heritage Fund.

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Colonial settlers’ memories explored in new online course

The experiences of former European settlers of colonial Algeria will be the focus of a new online course launched by the University of Stirling.

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Stirling graduates’ documentary helps kick-off film festival

A film – made by University of Stirling graduates – exploring inclusion within the world of rugby will be screened on the opening night of an international film festival.

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Graphic novel illustrating history of Scottish Parliament backed by crowdfunding campaign

A crowdfunding campaign to support the creation of a graphic novel – telling the story of the Scottish Parliament – has been launched.

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Stirling graduates make national television debut

University of Stirling graduates' documentary about a mixed martial artist is to air on the BBC Scotland channel tonight.

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‘Urgent action’ needed to clean up Scotland’s air further

Further action is required to support efforts to improve the quality of air in Scotland, an analysis led University of Stirling academics has found.

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Salt rules linked to 9,900 cases of cardiovascular disease and 1,500 cancer cases

A relaxation of UK food industry regulation has been linked with 9,900 additional cases of cardiovascular disease, and 1,500 cases of stomach cancer.

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Scotland’s energy future inquiry informed by University of Stirling expertise

A major inquiry into Scotland’s future energy requirements has benefited from input from a University of Stirling academic.

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Refugees’ contribution to life in Scotland celebrated

An open day celebrating refugee communities’ contribution to life in Scotland will be hosted by the Art Collection at the University of Stirling.

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Student journalism success for Stirling

Stirling students were celebrating after scooping a host of accolades at a national journalism awards ceremony.

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Global human rights and climate change inquiry lands at Stirling

Experts looking at the responsibility of major global corporate carbon emitters – so called ‘carbon majors’ – for the impacts of climate change have gathered at the University of Stirling.

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‘Life after Facebook’ discussed by Stirling media expert

A former national newspaper editor – and new University of Stirling honorary professor – will outline the future of journalism in a talk tomorrow night.

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Cinema-going memories explored in new research project

University of Stirling academics are collaborating on a major new research project on cinema from the 1930s onwards.

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